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NORTH COVENTRY — The annual Poinsettia Sale sponsored by the Relay For Life of Boyertown will be heldon Saturday and Sunday at the Coventry Mall during mall hours in the middle of the main floor between Gertrude Hawk Chocolatesand Kay Jewelers. Single poinsettia for $5 and 5 to 8 bulb poinsettia for $10. There will also be relay items for sale and a Chinese auction. All proceeds will go the Relay For Life of Boyertown.

BOYERTOWN — The Sixth Annual Festival of Trees hosted by the Boyertown Area Multi-Service will be held from 3 to 9 p.m. on Friday. This event is a way for businesses, individuals and service clubs to help local families who need assistance during the holiday season. Funds raised may also be used to purchase fuel for families who otherwise would be without heat.

Enjoy the beautifully decorated trees and holiday music provided by local musicians. This event is free of charge and open to the public and will once again be a stop on the Annual Holiday House Tour.

Participants can win the fully decorated tree of their choice through the purchase of raffle tickets andhave the option of donating the tree to a family in need. Limited Edition Holiday Ornaments will also be available for purchase.

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For more information call 610-367-6957 or visit the website at www.boyertownareamulti-service.org.

POTTSTOWN — Asensory friendly experience for children to visit Santa will be provided by The Pottstown YMCA, 724 North Adams St., on Dec. 16 from 1 to 3 p.m. Sometimes children with special needs such as Autism, can’t tolerate crowds of people, loud sounds or waiting in lines. This sensory friendly experience will allow children to take part in a cherished childhood rite of passage. Open to community.Non Y member fee $5 per child. Space is limited.Contact Lynn by Dec. 12 at 610-323-7300 or lseponski@fvymca.org, to book your time slot.